Cyber Monday to Exceed Black Friday
Abigail Briles and Trinity Flaten
November 27, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page
Black Friday is an iconic part of the American holiday season. It takes place the day after Thanksgiving and comes with crazy sales at every store. During the day people go out and buy Christmas presents, or things for themselves. Cyber Monday, which comes only a few days after Black Friday, is quickly ...
Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch Prepares for Fall
Zach Tait, Junior Reporter
November 5, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page
The most memorable time of fall is the inviting atmosphere that allows us to do what we love with the ones we love. The Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch does just that and more by making pumpkin picking an experience to cherish. Open 31 days each year, the pumpkin patch offers lots of attractions that a...
Racing for Greater Good
Ella Sheridan, Junior Reporter
October 30, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page
On October 13, 2018, the sixth annual Argyle Run For Our Sons took place at Hilltop Elementary School. This event helps the fight to end Muscular Dystrophy. Muscular dystrophy, also known as Duchenne’s, is a genetic disorder that affects one in every 3,500 live male births, across all races. Du...
Fowler Finds Passion as Science Teacher
Ashlynn Roberts, Reporter
October 17, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page
She was a cheerleader for 12 years, a ballet dancer for 18 years, and now is in her nineteenth year teaching. She has an identical twin sister and even taught famous rapper Post Malone when he was in high school. Her name is Izzy Fowler, and she is the new on-level chemistry and physics teacher. Fow...
Speaking up, Making a Difference
Jaclyn Harris and Sarah Crowder
October 4, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page
One. It’s a minuscule number, a tiny fraction of the possibilities the universe holds. One minute, one page, even one day can seem insignificant in the long run. But when put into the context of a life, “one” suddenly holds a far greater importance. Due to various hardships throughout his ...
Student Safety in Portables Prompts Concern
Sarah Crowder, Reporter
September 10, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, News
Due to an overflow of students, Hilltop has placed six of their third-grade classes in portables outside of the building, leading to concern from parents about security. “Our campus has reached 896 students, all under the age of nine. All student classrooms are full and we have moved most of o...
Construction Behind Schedule
Ashlynn Roberts, Reporter
July 31, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, News
The past few years, Argyle ISD has experienced a huge growth in student enrollment, forcing the district to expand its campuses. One of the design plans to help accommodate the increasing population was a new wing added to the high school. What was originally created as a way to welcome growth has now...
Awards Ceremony Celebrates Accomplishments
Ashlynn Roberts, Reporter
May 22, 2018
Filed under Awards, Community, Front Page
On Tuesday, August 15, Argyle High School hosted its annual awards ceremony to recognize the students who excelled in the classroom and represented the school well throughout the 2017-2018 school year. Students were honored for being a part of a UIL team, earning a class award, and graduating in the to...
Argyle Community Parks Gears Up for Grand Opening
Jaclyn Harris, Editorial Manager
May 5, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, Uncategorized
The town's never-ending expansion of its boundaries has once again led to a new method of community enhancement. On May 5th, the town is holding the grand opening of Argyle Community Park in the first annual event known as Derby Day. Argyle Community Park was built through a $500,000 grant received through...
SOAR Lets Students Shine
Katie Ray, Reporter
April 30, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, News
The SOAR talent show made its debut, directed by STEP teacher Daina Hunt, showcasing what the special needs students had to share with the rest of the community. “Soar is an inclusive talent show and showcase that we are putting on to show the community of Argyle just how special the kids with spec...
Remembering Our Heroes
Trinity Flaten, Reporter
April 24, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, News
On March 29, a community memorial service was held for Mark Weber and six other military members who were killed in a helicopter crash. Mark and his family are from Bartonville, and his passing brings the community together. His passing affects many, including the Weber's family friend, EJ Abood. "I...
Chamber of Commerce Closes
Sarah Crowder, Reporter
April 19, 2018
Filed under Community, Front Page, Opinions
A chamber of commerce is an organization that aims to further the interests of local businesses in a community. The Argyle Chamber of Commerce is shutting down due to lack of new members and little need. The Argyle Chamber of Commerce is unnecessary at this point in time and should be closed. ...
